Project Management
Students may choose to pursue an MBA with a specialization in project management. This specialization equips future business leaders with an understanding of the fundamentals of project management and exposes them to areas of key interest to project managers such as project risk, procurement, quality management, and change management. Coursework addresses many of the concepts covered in the project management certification exam that is administered by the Project Management Institute.
Project management coursework balances theoretical concepts with applied exercises and cases. Students have the opportunity to apply project management concepts and processes in a “live” project. These experiences enable students to emerge with a much better understanding of the dynamics and challenges associated with projects, as well as effective practices for managing them.
In addition to the MBA foundation and core requirements, students choosing the project management specialization must complete twelve credit hours. The following four courses are required:
- CMIS 540 Project Management Fundamentals and Best Practices (3)
- CMIS 546 Project Procurement and Risk Management in Projects (3)
- CMIS 549 Project Management Standard Processes (3)
Additionally, students must complete one of the following courses:
- MGMT 551 Managing Organizational Change and Innovation (3) or
- MGMT 553 Seminar in Quality and Performance Management (3)
- CMIS 548 Program and Project Portfolio Management (3)
- MBA 523 Negotiation and Interpersonal Skills for Managers (3)
Also Available
Accelerated Online MBA with a Project Management Specialization
SIUE Project Support Center
The project management headquarters for the School of Business, the Project Support Center provides access to project management templates associated with the Techniques for Managing Projects textbook.
Project Management Institute and PMP Credential
The Project Management Institute (PMI) is the leading professional membership association for the project management profession. Explore the PMI website to learn more about the project management profession and certification.
